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Spanish boat registrations up 7% in first nine months of 2026

2026-10-07T11:30:00+01:00By

Motorboats and larger vessels drove growth, while charter registrations also increased despite remaining below 2024 levels

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Seattle Boat Co buys US dealership

2026-10-07T11:30:00+01:00By

Bayside Marine sells pre-owned boats and is a Yamaha and Mercury outboard dealer

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Bill Yeargin inducted into NMMA Hall of Fame

2026-10-07T11:30:00+01:00By

The former Correct Craft president and CEO was honoured at IBEX for his decades of industry leadership

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Omnia Marine opens new chapter for Majesty, Nomad yachts in China

2026-10-07T11:30:00+01:00By

New partnership grants Omnia exclusive representation of the brands

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Windy Boats appoints design manager to drive SR range expansion

2026-10-07T11:30:00+01:00By

David Jordan brings experience from Sunseeker and Malcolm McKeon Yacht Design

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2026 IBEX Innovation Awards recognise breakthrough marine products

2026-10-07T11:30:00+01:00By

A BWI judging panel honoured innovations across 10 categories, awarding multiple winners and honorable mentions

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Delphia names new brand director

2026-10-07T11:30:00+01:00

Mark Averhoff brings over a decade of expertise from Groupe Beneteau, most recently serving two years as Delphia’s sales director

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66th Genoa show reports 11% visitor increase, confirms 2027 dates

2026-10-06T15:29:00+01:00

The event recorded 138,273 visitors and more than 4,600 sea trials, with organisers reporting positive exhibitor feedback on business concluded during the show

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IBEX keynote: NMMA chief says uncertainty requires industry unity

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Frank Hugelmeyer tells IBEX opening breakfast the marine industry must create certainty through collective action and legislative engagement

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BBA 2026: Time to buy your tickets

2026-10-06T13:36:00+01:00

Tickets are on sale for the 2026 Boat Builder Awards, with the industry invited to join the celebration at Harbour 8 during Metstrade on 18 November

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Cape Town firm introduces marine project management tool

2026-10-06T12:34:00+01:00By

KND Naval Design’s HullTrack improves communication, documentation and project visibility across marine construction teams

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Saxdor to integrate Simrad AutoCaptain autonomous docking technology

2026-10-06T11:49:00+01:00By

Finnish builder becomes the first outside the US to adopt Navico Group’s assisted docking system

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Triton Yachts keeps US deliveries on track despite 25% tariff

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Brazilian builder maintains scheduled shipments to the US this year and sells three units of its new Flyer 42 before the first hull is even completed

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Osculati establishes US operations with new Fort Lauderdale base

2026-10-06T11:30:00+01:00

European marine equipment supplier establishes dedicated American presence to serve growing market with 22,000-product portfolio and local support team

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Garmin wins 12th NMEA Manufacturer of the Year Award

2026-10-06T11:30:00+01:00By

US electronics builder secures 12th consecutive NMEA win and six Product of Excellence honours

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Lusben relaunches sailing yacht Olympia

2026-10-06T11:30:00+01:00

Extensive refit in Viareggio included engine room rebuild, propulsion work and upgrades to sailing systems

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Sterk Yachts expands Adriatic presence with new dealer appointment

2026-10-06T11:30:00+01:00

Fred Bobek d.o.o. will represent the brand in Croatia and Slovenia

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Baglietto’s 41m Andala sold for €26.75m

2026-10-06T11:30:00+01:00

The 40.9m DOM133 yacht Andala, winner at the 2026 World Superyacht Awards, has been sold

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Mood Index: EU business and consumer survey results for September

2026-10-05T13:17:00+01:00> , By

Economic sentiment and employment expectations decline in EU and eurozone

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BBA 2026: Final day to nominate for awards

2026-10-05T13:13:00+01:00

Nominations close today for the Boat Builder Awards 2026, celebrating achievements, innovation and craftsmanship across the global boatbuilding industry

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Italian marine industry unites regional boat shows to strengthen national network

2026-10-05T12:46:00+01:00

Confindustria Nautica has unveiled a coordinated calendar of six regional boat shows, emphasising collaboration to transform local interest into business opportunities

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Bennington unveils 2027 pontoon lineup

2026-10-05T12:32:00+01:00

The US builder marks its 30th anniversary with limited-edition models, a new Triptical Sport Package supporting twin 500hp engines, and flagship-inspired exterior styling across its R Series range

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7th Design Innovation Awards attract over 100 entries

2026-10-05T12:11:00+01:00By

The winners were announced at last week’s Genoa International Boat Show

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Five destinations awarded Monaco sustainability label

2026-10-05T12:10:00+01:00

New S3 Label recognises marina sustainability, operational excellence, customer experience and innovation

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Italian leather goods specialist expands amid 15% annual growth

2026-10-05T11:54:00+01:00By

Pinetti invests in machinery, personnel, and in-house carpentry workshop while launching new product collections and concierge service

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African Boating Conference to explore economic growth

2026-10-05T11:30:00+01:00By

Cape Town event will bring together marine industry leaders to examine investment, risk and wider economic trends

DIBS 2025 The global luxury yacht and lifestyle show has drawn to a close following an impressive five-days of maritime sales

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300 exhibitors to attend Dubai show

2026-10-05T11:30:00+01:00By

The Dubai Boat Show will proceed as planned from November 25-29 as the UAE’s exhibition industry continues its recovery

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NX Boats and Suassuna Fernandes forge cross-industry Pininfarina partnership

2026-10-05T11:30:00+01:00By

Brazilian boat builder and property developer unite through shared design house, offering special edition vessel and cross-brand client benefits

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Bermuda builds on record superyacht season

2026-10-05T11:30:00+01:00By

From market-building to converting demand, the island destination is transforming industry interest into tangible results

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NextBoat appoints new CEO

2026-10-02T14:00:00+01:00By

Ross Tannenbaum will lead the US marine marketplace through its next phase of growth and profitability

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Ecocoast appointed Xylem partner for GCC environmental monitoring

2026-10-02T13:43:00+01:00

Partnership enhances environmental monitoring capabilities for regional marine and coastal projects

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Honda opens Florida marine development office

2026-10-02T13:35:00+01:00By

Grant-Valkaria facility will bring engineering teams closer to US boat builders, dealers and on-water testing conditions

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Pradco Outdoor Brands buys Kent Outdoors

2026-10-02T13:14:00+01:00By

Deal expands Pradco into watersports and marine safety through a portfolio of established recreational brands

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Shift Yachts unveils 24m performance cruising catamaran

2026-10-02T13:11:00+01:00

New Zealand brand presents its largest model yet, designed around privacy, lightweight construction and high-speed ocean passage-making

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Egypt to double international yacht visitors in five years

2026-10-02T13:01:00+01:00By

The Egyptian Tourism Authority is positioning the country as a dual-season yachting destination with streamlined permitting and expanded coastal access

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Turkish firms partner to build 500GT-plus expedition superyachts

2026-10-02T12:47:00+01:00By

Bering Yachts and RMK Yachts sign collaboration agreement for vessels up to 3,000GT

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People on the Move this Week

2026-10-02T10:30:00+01:00

New appointments at Brunger Export, Nimbus, Rightboat and more

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NZ marine dealership changes hands

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New owners take over the Auckland business after 16 years under its previous ownership

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Yanmar acquires US west coast distributor

2026-10-02T10:30:00+01:00

The move is designed to accelerate growth of Yanmar’s Marine Recreational business across the west coast

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Azimut Yachts joins Ferrari Hypersail project

2026-10-02T10:30:00+01:00By

The Italian builder will provide a custom Fly 72 tow boat with 4,000hp and six-tonne weight reduction to support Ferrari’s prototype testing

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Performance Boating Sales appointed NSW Excess Catamarans dealer

2026-10-01T14:51:00+01:00By

Sydney-based dealer will represent the French catamaran brand in New South Wales

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Wichard Groupe opens new Sparcraft factory in France

2026-10-01T14:41:00+01:00

The 25,000m² facility near La Rochelle consolidates all mast, boom and rigging production operations under one roof

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Kayak Distribution acquires Railblaza

2026-10-01T14:01:00+01:00

Canadian group adds marine and paddlesports accessories brand to its portfolio

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Honda Marine Europe launches new boat range in Genoa

2026-10-01T12:47:00+01:00By

New 4XC FRP series developed in partnership with Italian boatbuilder BMA

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TISG shareholders approve €140m capital increase amid financial restructuring

2026-10-01T12:30:00+01:00By

The Italian Sea Group has approved a €140m capital increase and authorised the issuance of participatory financial instruments up to €150m

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Cantiere Rossini invests €2m in Pesaro yard expansion

2026-10-01T12:22:00+01:00By

New crew and service building forms latest phase of development at Italian superyacht refit facility.

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BBA 2026: Final call for nominations

2026-10-01T11:15:00+01:00

Nominations are closing soon for the 12th edition of the Boat Builder Awards, taking place during Metstrade in November

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AI as organisational transformation: Former Italian Minister to deliver keynote at 5th World Yachting Sustainability Forum

2026-10-01T10:30:00+01:00

Event takes place tomorrow, October 2nd, at Genoa Boat Show

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Mikael Mårtensson assumes role as Nimbus Group CFO

2026-10-01T10:30:00+01:00By

He brings more than 25 years of senior finance experience